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Japan In Space, 1st ed. 2023
Past, Present and Future
Space Exploration Series
Author: Harvey Brian
Language: EnglishSubjects for Japan In Space:
421 p. · 15.5x23.5 cm · Paperback
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Chapter 1 - Origins - the legacy of Hideo Itokawa.- Chapter 2. Space science.- Chapter 3. Technology, society and economy.- Chapter 4. Deep space.- Chapter 5. Human spaceflight.- Chapter 6. Change of direction.- Chapter 7. Infrastructure and organization.- Chapter 8. Future.- Chapter 9. Conclusion: Japan in comparative Asian and global perspective.
Presents the history and current status of the Japanese space program and its new projects
Places Japan's space initiatives in context with those of India, China and the Korean peninsular
Focuses on the science from Japan's endeavors but also addresses industrial and economic aspects